Prevent Blindness OH

As we get ready to spend more and more time in the sun with summer approaching, it's important to know how to protect your eyes from the UV light from the sun. Press release: bit.ly/4tiRRaG

PBO distributed eye health and safety information to dozens of families yesterday at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens' May Community Day in Columbus. Our thanks to @genentech for joining us and for sponsoring our participation at this great event!

PBO is so sad to hear of the passing of Liz Bonis. Liz featured PBO often to educate people about various eye health & safety topics, especially fireworks, & Emcee'd many of our POV celebrations. Thank you, Liz, for all you did to help prevent blindness & preserve sight. RIP.

“Pink eye” is the common name for conjunctivitis. 👁️ Did you know? This condition can be caused by viruses, bacteria, allergies, or chemical irritants. Learn more in the full video: youtu.be/9itQkdDoZkg?si… #preventblindness #pinkeye #eyehealth

Have you heard the news? @PBA_savingsight has launched a new 4-part Focus on Eye Health Webinar Series centered on the theme, “Powering Partnerships to Advance Eye Health.” We’re kicking things off this May with our first session, “Vision Policy Across the Lifespan,” happening on May 19 from 2:00–3:30 p.m. ET 💻 Registration is free, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, including Platinum Sponsors @genentech and @PhRMA and Silver Sponsors @SeeAlconScience, @keenova, @KyowaKirin_US, @lionsclubs and @RPB_org . Learn more and register: preventblindness.org/focus-on-eye-h… #eyehealth #webinar #PreventBlindness

PBO distributed eye health & safety info to dozens of individuals last Saturday at the Fathers & Families Rooted in Wellness event hosted by the Lorain County Community Action Agency at Sacred Heart Chapel in Lorain.  Thanks to @genentech for sponsoring our participation!

Prevent Blindness Ohio distributed eye health and safety information to families this past Sunday at the Su Casa Health Day at St. Julie Billiart/Fenmont Center in Hamilton.  Our thanks to @genentech for sponsoring our participation at this great event!

A Dayton school nurse commented that the training was “very thorough with each part of the vision screening process explained in detail including video references & lots of resources.” The free training was possible in part through the SOS Fund bit.ly/3TWPQD8 at the ODH

Why does @PBA_savingsight designate April as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month? Women are disproportionately affected by eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, dry eye, glaucoma, and thyroid eye disease. According to @AAOjournal, women tend to live longer than men, and because many vision issues are age-related, their risk increases over time. In addition, social and economic barriers can limit women’s access to eye care, particularly in developing countries. Explore resources from Prevent Blindness to learn how to protect and preserve your sight: preventblindness.org/womens-eye-hea… #womenshealth #eyehealth #PreventBlindness

@PBA_savingsight is your partner in eye health! For all your vision health needs, Prevent Blindness is here. No matter your age, we’ve got your best eyes in sight! Learn about our “Best Eyes for Life” campaign: preventblindness.org/besteyes/ #preventblindness #besteyes #eyehealth

Last month PBO trained dozens of teachers & nurses as children’s vision screeners including individuals from West Geauga & Graham Local Schools! Register for FREE training, possible in part through the SOS fund bit.ly/3TWPQD8 at the ODH, visit bit.ly/3OD3p5m

Prevent Blindness Ohio distributed eye health and safety information to families on Saturday at the Hoop for Coop Youth Health Fair at the ED Davis Community Center in Akron.  Our thanks to @genentech for sponsoring our participation at this great event!

PBO distributed eye health & safety information to dozens of individuals yesterday at the Staying Healthy & Living Longer event - part of the Dr. Faye Gary Health & Wellness Series at New Life Cathedral in East Cleveland. Thanks to @genentech for sponsoring our participation!

#Sponsored If spring’s bold colors 🌷, start to look dull or washed out, it is important to check these changes and speak with your eye doctor, as they could be signs of certain retinal diseases.   Visit the Gr8 Eye Movement for more, including tips on meeting with your eye doctor: bit.ly/4qDxPHH   #Gr8EyeMovementPartner

In recognition of Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month, discover how women can protect their vision by watching the @PBA_savingsight Focus on Eye Health Expert Series video, “Healthy Vision and Eye Safety Tips for Women.” In this video, Maria Sampalis, OD - owner of Sampalis Eye Care and a Prevent Blindness volunteer - shares insights on the importance of routine eye care, common barriers women may face in accessing services, how eye exams can reveal other health conditions, and more. youtu.be/AQdqC-bSocY?si… #eyehealth #preventblindness #womenshealth

Are you a teacher or school nurse looking to become a certified children’s vision screener & obtain ODH approved vision screening equipment? Register for this FREE training, possible in part through the SOS Fund bit.ly/3TWPQD8 at ODH, visit bit.ly/3OD3p5m